Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Trenton, NJ
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start Date11/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Experienced ICU Registered Nurse wanted for an 8-week critical care nursing assignment in Trenton, NJ. Join a collaborative float pool and provide high-quality patient care across acute-care campuses in the Trenton, New Jersey area while supporting ICU, medical-surgical, and telemetry teams.
This on-site Registered Nurse opportunity offers a dynamic clinical environment in New Jersey’s historic capital city, with convenient access to the Delaware River, cultural attractions, Philadelphia, and New York City.
ICU RN Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
- Location: Trenton, New Jersey
- Healthcare Setting: Critical Care Float Pool; on-site acute-care campuses
- Start Date: November 10, 2026
- Assignment Length: 8 weeks
- Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Float Expectations: Float between designated acute-care campuses and medical-surgical/telemetry units as needed
- Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Electronic Medical Record: Cerner
- Scrub Color: Navy blue
ICU Registered Nurse Requirements
- At least 2 years of recent ICU and medical-surgical/telemetry nursing experience
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey or a valid Compact Nursing License at the time of submission
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Current NIH Stroke Scale certification
- Current seasonal influenza vaccination required; declinations are not accepted
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and meet alternating weekend and holiday coverage requirements
Critical Care Nursing Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive Registered Nurse care to critically ill patients in the ICU and other assigned acute-care settings.
- Float effectively between designated campuses and medical-surgical/telemetry units based on patient-care needs.
- Assess patient conditions, identify changes in clinical status, and promptly communicate concerns to the interdisciplinary care team.
- Administer medications and treatments safely while following established clinical standards and critical care protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated patient care.
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the Cerner electronic medical record.
- Promote patient safety, infection prevention, and evidence-based nursing practices throughout each assignment.
Apply now for this ICU Registered Nurse opportunity and join a collaborative critical care team in Trenton, New Jersey.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
About Trenton, NJ
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Trenton, NJ here's what you should know:- Trenton's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 85°F; Winter average lows: 24°F
- Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find.
- Trenton is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available.
- Trenton has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses.
- Trenton offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams, and outdoor activities are available in nearby parks.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Camden, NJ
- TalentBurst, Inc
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Newark, NJ
- Health Advocates Network - Nursing
- 3x12 hrs, Days
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Newark, NJ
- Health Advocates Network - Nursing
- 3x12 hrs, Nights